About
Aspire is a pioneering startup program of the IMC, striving to create an ethos of innovation and accelerate growth. The one-of-a-kind startup program served as a holistic platform for budding entrepreneurs by encouraging them to connect with start-up founders for a 1:1 conversation, seek mentorship, and pitch their innovative solutions to a group of investors. As an enriching and engaging ecosystem for budding entrepreneurs, Aspire is committed to fostering connections between startups, investors, and established businesses with the aim of catalyzing fresh entrepreneurial initiatives and collaborations.
What’s in Store for Startups?
Meet the investors
Connect directly with investors in one-on-one sessions to share your startup ideas, get feedback, and build important relationships to secure funding.
Meet your mentor
Get personalized advice and guidance from experienced mentors. These one-on-one meetings are designed to help you with your startup's growth and navigate challenges.
Pitch your startup ideas
Present your startup ideas to a panel of investors and experts. This is your chance to showcase your business, attract investment, and gain valuable exposure.
Witness the tables turn
Listen as investors pitch their funds and expertise to you. It is your chance to learn what they are looking for in startups and find the right investor for your business.
Get inspired by stellar success stories
Hear from successful entrepreneurs in our masterclasses. Learn from their experiences and apply their insights to your own startup journey.
Youth Programs
Startup World Cup Jury
Why Join Us?
Aspire is looking for early to mid-stage startups focusing on innovative technologies in Telecom, Media, and Technology (TMT). Whether you're looking to make a mark in the industry or meet with the who’s who of your domain and are driven to make an impact, Aspire is the place to be! If you are committed to accelerating your startup's growth, expanding your network, and gaining insights from the pioneers of the industry, you cannot afford to sleep on this opportunity.
Visibility
Stand out in one of Asia's largest tech expos
Growth
Meet with the top investors in the industry and stand a chance to acquire funding
Expertise
Equip your startup with the tools and knowledge needed for exponential growth
Community
Become part of a community that nurtures success and fosters innovation
Aspire 2025: Pioneering Progress
600+
Startups
600+
1-2-1 investor Meeting
300+
Investors, Incubators
Industry Leaders
Conference Flow
Aspire Pitch Stage
14:00 - 14:15 Hrs
Lamp lighting inauguration session with DDG and Chairman COAI & TiE Board Members
Aspire Pitch Stage
14:15 - 15:00 Hrs
The Evolution of Entrepreneurship: Then, Now & Next
Aspire Pitch Stage
15:00 - 16:30 Hrs
C-DoT’s Samarth Acceleration Session Kickoff – Cohort II
Aspire Pitch Stage
16:30 - 17:15 Hrs
Towards Viksit Bharat 2047 – Priorities for a $35 Trillion Vision
Aspire Pitch Stage
17:15 - 18:00 Hrs
Masterclass 1: Strategic Financial Planning: Building Resilience and Scale in the Hypergrowth Phase
ASPIRE Networking Arena
15:00 - 17:00 Hrs
1:1 Startup Mentor
Aspire Pitch Stage
10:00 - 11:00 Hrs
Startups & Support Systems: Powering India’s Digital Decade
Aspire Pitch Stage
11:00 - 12:00 Hrs
Fireside Chat: The Next Decade of Indian Startups: Opportunities, Innovation , and Global Competitiveness
Aspire Pitch Stage
12:00 – 12:30 Hrs
Investor Reverse Pitch
Aspire Pitch Stage
12:30 - 14:00 Hrs
Aspire Live Pitch - 10
Aspire Pitch Stage
14:00 - 15:00 Hrs
Why Deeptech Startups Need Patents to Survive?
Aspire Pitch Stage
15:00 - 16:00 Hrs
Tech-Powered Growth: Disrupting Traditional Industries with Digital-First Models
Aspire Pitch Stage
16:00 - 16:30 Hrs
Building a Future-Ready Internet: Accelerating IPv6 Adoption and Internet Governance Capacity in India
Aspire Pitch Stage
16:30 - 17:00 Hrs
Masterclass 2: Masterclass: The Art of Building Consumer Trust
Aspire Pitch Stage
17:00 - 17:30 Hrs
Innovation from Ideas to Impact: Government R&D Support Mechanisms.
Aspire Pitch Stage
17:30 - 18:00 Hrs
Masterclass 3: Marketing ROI That Matters: Advanced Metrics to Drive Sustainable Growth
Aspire Pitch Stage
10:00 - 10:30 Hrs
Making Your Voice Heard in Global Standards Development Organisations: Participation and Impact
Aspire Pitch Stage
10:30 - 11:00 Hrs
Masterclass 4: Mass Entrepreneurship & Talent Playbooks for Mobile & Tech Startups
Aspire Pitch Stage
11:00 - 11:30 Hrs
Masterclass 5: Scaling Consumer Apps in India: Virality, Retention & Network Effects
Aspire Pitch Stage
11:30 - 12:00 Hrs
Masterclass 6: Operational Excellence: Scaling Systems Before Scaling Teams
Aspire Pitch Stage
12:00 – 12:30 Hrs
Opportunities for Engagement with Center of Excellence (TCOE)
Aspire Pitch Stage
12:30 - 13:00 Hrs
Closing Keynote
ASPIRE Networking Arena
11:00 - 13:00 Hrs
Angel Tour
Meet Our Investors
Startups
Aspire Gallery
